Debussy: Children's Corner

Claude Debussy's 'Debussy: Children's Corner' is a captivating classical piano album, released on 1 January 1998 under the esteemed label harmonia mundi. This enchanting collection, spanning 1 hour and 8 minutes, showcases Debussy's mastery of the genre.

The album commences with the delightful 'Children's Corner, L. 113', a six-piece suite that whisks listeners away on a journey of whimsy and elegance. From the lively 'Doctor Gradus ad Parnassum' to the charming 'Golliwogg's Cake-Walk', each piece is a testament to Debussy's innovative and expressive compositional style.

The 'Suite bergamasque, L. 75' follows, featuring the iconic and dreamy 'Clair de lune', alongside the refined 'Prélude', 'Menuet', and 'Passepied'. These pieces exemplify Debussy's ability to craft beautiful, evocative music that continues to inspire and delight audiences.

The album also includes the 'Six épigraphes antiques, L. 131', a collection of pieces that evoke a bygone era, with titles such as 'Pour invoquer Pan, dieu du vent d'été' and 'Pour la Danseuse aux Crotales'. These works demonstrate Debussy's fascination with the past and his unique approach to musical storytelling.

Finally, the 'Pour le piano, L. 95' suite brings the album to a close, with its vibrant 'Prélude', stately 'Sarabande', and dynamic 'Toccata'. Throughout this album, Claude Debussy's genius is on full display, making 'Debussy: Children's Corner' an essential listening experience for fans of classical piano music.